Nurturing Confidence With Risky Play

In our desire to protect children, we can unintentionally hinder the very growth they need. This session explores how risky play supports resilience, problem-solving, and confidence while honoring safety and supervision.  Learn how to remove unnecessary barriers, respond to concerns with confidence, and help families understand the developmental value of letting children run, climb, and explore.  Set the pace for play that builds capable, courageous learners.

Presented by: Debbie Tonne Jones

Debbie Tonne Jones is the founder of Confident Director and a seasoned early childhood educator with over two decades of experience as a teacher, director, trainer, and consultant. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from Howard Payne University and has served both secular and faith-based nonprofit programs, empowering directors and teachers to lead with confidence while keeping Christ at the center of their work. Known for her practical, straight-forward training, Debbie helps early childhood professionals solve real challenges, build stronger teams, and feel confident in their roles. She attends Calvary Tabernacle and integrates her faith into every aspect of her teaching, inspiring educators to thrive in both heart and practice.